A musical journey through Tokyo's Jazz Cafes.
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A musical journey through Tokyo's Jazz Cafes.
Kashmir 1947 vividly recounts the tumultuous events of 1947–48, drawing on firsthand testimonies, military perspectives, seldom-seen archives, and a captivating narrative. The documentary weaves together music, songs, and potent narration, presenting history in a way that resonates with modern viewers, even those of a younger generation. "Kashmir 1947" is a documentary that educates, resonates, and stirs the soul. The film transforms history, crafting a compelling narrative that resonates with contemporary audiences.
A family in the circus.
Pa. Ranjith breaks down the politics, identity, and lived realities behind Madras. From Chennai’s wall politics to power structures, this conversation dives deep into the layers that shaped one of Tamil cinema’s most talked-about films.
In Their Own Time is a narrative journey of three women - Srija, Tuhnu, and Jhumur, as they reflect on love, loss, childhood, friendship, and belonging over three years; we never see their faces, as the evolution of their experiences is manifested by an inherently dynamic and increasingly personal kaleidoscope of the city and suburbs of Kolkata.
A daughter grapples with dual inheritances from her birth family and marriage. The film examines the transmission of care, discipline, labor and faith through women’s daily work spanning different geographies and generations.
The portrait of Eberhard Fischer, a Swiss ethnographer and art historian whose life has been devoted to documenting artistic practices across cultures, from mask carvers in Africa to painters in India. His work led to enduring collaborations, including one with filmmaker Amit Dutta. Drawing on archival footage and memory, the film reflects on a long creative friendship.
An Alzheimer-plagued mother’s fear of tigers in Assam sparks a multi-location probe into the US army unit supplying Kunming in WWII. A collective quest through history’s butterfly effects, told via found stories and turned hybrid.
H5N1: Conservation in Crisis’ reveals the devastating impact of avian flu —not only on wildlife but on those fighting to protect it. David Steel, manager of the Isle of May, bears witness to the unfolding catastrophe, balancing conservation efforts with the emotional toll of loss. As avian flu tightens its grip, the island’s thriving bird colonies face yet another year with the virus outbreak, spreading rapidly through dense nesting grounds.The virus continues to spread and evolve, leaving one question: what does the future hold for seabirds—and for us?
The glow you saw in 'Kumbalangi Nights' has a deeper story beneath. Through the voices of local residents, fishermen, and scientists, this documentary explores how this enchanting glow is formed and the unseen ecological and social consequences that come with its fame.
When France relinquished the colonial outpost of Pondicherry after India’s independence in 1947, it gave its subjects the option between French and Indian citizenships. Inadequately publicised, this voluntary path to enfranchisement failed to reach the vast majority of Pondicherry’s population, who became Indian citizens by default. A fraction of those left behind continue to fight for what they perceive to be their birthright.
It Was Here Before Our Time immerses viewers in the enigmatic world of Maari Theyyam, an ancient ritual performed along the southern coast of Kerala, India. The documentary captures Maari Theyyam's raw energy and mysticism through intimate observational footage, revealing how the ritual serves as a communal act of healing and resilience.
The city of Delhi is a site of constant excavation, formed by fragments of what is left behind. Archaeology becomes method and metaphor, revealing an absence in the ground around which the city forms.
Marking a first in Telugu true-crime storytelling, this powerful documentary unravels the disturbing reality of crimes against women through three missing-girl cases from Telangana, offering a sobering reflection on the violence faced by women.
Arun Sarnaik, the iconic Marathi and Hindi film actor, has left an indelible mark in the field of cinema in Maharashtra. Born to the famous classical singer and performer, Shankarrao Sarnaik and his wife Parvati, on October 4, 1935 in Kolhapur, he carried forward his father's legacy in both music and acting. Arun is justifiably credited with raising the bar in both theatre and films and singing by his exemplary performances. This documentary is his daughter Dr. Savita's heartfelt tribute to the creative genius of her father.